Artist |
KOSON (Shoson OHARA) (1877-1945) |
Title |
"Egret on a Snowy Branch" (given name) |
Date |
ca1910-23 (Believed pre-Earthquake.) |
Provenance |
Acquired via a discriminating dealer/collector. |
Series |
na |
Publisher |
Watanabe Shozaburo |
Seal, Carver/Printer |
(Publisher's seals never appear on these early "tanzanku" format prints.) |
Image Size |
6 3/8 x 14 1/4 ("tanzaku") Original narrow margins--as published. |
Impression |
Very Fine. Superbly executed "bokashi" shading; deep "gauffrage" (embossing)
to snow accumulation and feathers; crisp
lines; on a striking "jet-black" background. |
Condition |
Nearly Excellent.
Excellent colors.
(Light toning; very slight wear.)
|
Reference/Illus |
"Crows, Cranes, and Camellias" pl. #156, pg 152, and book's front cover. |
Comments |
Unquestionably Koson's finest "kacho-e" image. Quoting: "Richard Illing describes the
print as 'a masterpiece of graphic art'.... one of the most highly valued designs by Koson."
Rarely available--our 15th copy in now 18+ years. Pleasantly age-toned. RARELY seen.
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Item # |
GG-332 |
Price |
$3450 |